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There are houses that try to conquer the landscape. This one, instead, surrenders to it.
Hidden among tall trees, the weekend house is conceived as a contemporary retreat where architecture and nature are not perceived as separate entities. Its form is clear and almost archetypal, yet interpreted through a contemporary architectural language — a dark volume, strong lines, expansive glazing, and the warmth of timber softening the precise geometry of the building.
The ground floor, clad in natural stone, appears to grow organically from the terrain, giving the house a sense of permanence and belonging. Above it, the darker and more refined upper volume seems to float, framed by a rhythm of timber slats that emphasize the roof silhouette and give the façade its distinctive character.
Large glazed surfaces open the interior towards the forest, while the living spaces naturally extend onto a generous outdoor terrace. A sheltered lounge tucked beneath the house, sunbathing areas, and an outdoor hot tub create a series of small, private rituals of relaxation — morning coffee among the treetops, slow afternoons in the sun, or the warmth of the water while snow falls quietly around the house.
The landscape design is intentionally lush and slightly wild. The house is not treated as an isolated object placed within greenery; instead, vegetation comes remarkably close, framing views, creating privacy, and transforming the atmosphere of the architecture with every season.
During summer, the house retreats into deep green shade. Rain darkens the stone and façade, intensifying their textures. In winter, the almost monochromatic landscape leaves only the warm tones of timber as a subtle counterpoint to the snow.
Rather than being conceived simply as a place for weekends, it is designed as a space for slowing down — a place where time is no longer measured by obligations, but by light, weather, seasons, and mood.